Warehouse Manager (Table and Seating Solutions) – Midrand

Dixie Recruitment; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading importer and manufacturer in furniture is seeking a Warehouse Manager in Midrand. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in warehouse management and strong expertise in operations, inventory control, and team management. Key responsibilities include overseeing logistics, maintaining inventory accuracy, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. This leadership role requires operational savvy and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a senior warehouse management role.
• Experience in furniture or component manufacturing/logistics.
• Managing a team of 20 or more staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead warehousing operations ensuring inventory accuracy.
• Manage storage processes and replenishment.
• Plan regular cycle counts and stock takes.

Skills

Warehouse management

Inventory control

Team management

Excel proficiency

Operational planning

Education

Matric and tertiary qualification in Warehousing

Job description

Our client, a leading importer and manufacturer of high-quality tables and seating solutions for B2B clients nationwide—including corporates, retailers, architects, interior designers, and restaurant chains—is seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager. This key leadership role requires a hands-on professional with strong expertise in warehouse operations, assembly, inventory control, and team management within a high-volume, furniture manufacturing or distribution environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Matric and tertiary qualification in Warehousing, Logistics, Supply Chain or relevant field (advantageous)
• Minimum of 5+ years in a senior warehouse management role
• Essential: Experience in furniture or component manufacturing/logistics
• Proven experience managing a warehouse and logistics team of 20 or more staff
• Proficient in Excel and MIS (inventory and planning)
• Strong leadership, planning and communication skills
• Hands-on, solutions-driven and operationally savvy
• Own reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all warehousing operations ensuring inventory accuracy and reliable stock reporting
• Manage storage processes and replenishment to maximise space and efficiency
• Plan and conduct regular cycle counts and major stock takes, resolving variances swiftly
• Oversee safe receiving and dispatch, maintaining documentation and labelling standards
• Minimise shrinkage, damage, and obsolescence across all stock categories
• Instil a culture of discipline, accountability, and team spirit
• Oversee time and attendance, conduct performance reviews, and enforce company policies
• Ensure all team members comply with health, safety and operational protocols
• Take full ownership of inbound and outbound logistics, including receiving, assembly, dispatch and returns
• Plan and manage efficient multi-drop delivery routes to optimise cost and meet timelines
• Supervise offloading of containers, local collections, and casual labour when required
• Coordinate with the sales and admin teams to ensure customer orders are delivered accurately and on time
• Maintain premises, tools, equipment, vehicles and housekeeping to company standards
• Ensure site security, including after-hours alarm monitoring when required
• Support health and safety compliance, and ensure professional presentation of the business at all times
• Liaise with suppliers, staff and customers in a courteous and effective manner

We will be in contact with shortlisted candidates who meet the requirements detailed above. If you have not received a reply within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

By applying, you confirm that:

• We may retain your personal information in our database for future matching of suitable opportunities
• We may contact you when suitable opportunities arise
• The information you have provided to us is true, correct and up to date

Share this: